The keeper was also keen to thank the fans for helping him in the game’s penalty shootout.

The two sides could not be separated after 120 minutes of football at Goodison Park, meaning it was up to the goalkeepers to step up and help their respective sides to secure a place in the next round.

It was a familiar scenario for Robles, who had to do the same against West Ham United last season. This time, however, he proved to be victorious, and he says the fans were key to helping him save Wes Hoolahan’s spot-kick to see the Blues through.

Sean Lunt

Sean Lunt is a Journalism and Spanish graduate with a passion for football. As an avid Everton fan he has survived the Walter Smith era, enjoyed the resurgence under David Moyes and is now wholly embracing the Spanish revolution with Roberto Martinez. Away from Everton he follows the rest of the football league and has a particular interest in La Liga.